Guided by Environmental educator and artist, Ash Miller, learn the art of cyanotype printing. This process, dating back to the nineteenth century, employs chemicals and light exposure to capture an image. Using leaves, flowers, and other natural materials, make and take home your very own beautiful cyanotype prints on both paper and fabric. Ideal for... Read more »
NEW EXPANDED SERIES FOR 2025-2026! Due to popular demand, Irvine is pleased to expand its Day Off Camp series to include 11 dates for the 2025/26 year. Your child will love spending their day off from school with Irvine's award-winning environmental educators for a day of exploration and outdoor activity! Days are filled with animal... Read more »
Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and... Read more »
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover Irvine’s trails, meadows, and... Read more »
Attention Members! You are invited to the 2025 members-only* picnic & square dance! Calling all Irvine members and friends! Join us for an evening of fun, food, games, live music, and square dancing. Together with old time fiddle music accompanying our revels, we will learn the Virginia Reel and other favorite barn dances. It will be... Read more »
Irvine is thrilled to announce the return of SUNRISE SUNDAYS on the first Sunday of each month. Arrive at dawn and take a stroll to enjoy a spectacular sunrise on Irvine’s 211-acre property. Say hello to Irvine’s executive director, Brooks Paternotte, as he welcomes members during this breath-taking time in nature. This is self-guided access. No registration required. This... Read more »
Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and... Read more »
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover Irvine’s trails, meadows, and... Read more »
Join long-time Qigong certified practitioner, instructor and friend to Irvine, Mary Pinkard for an all-skill-levels-welcome Qigong session followed by an outdoor walk, using Qigong practices, on an Irvine forested path. Participants will use Qigong mind-body techniques to emphasize deep breathing, open energy pathways, and foster a profound mind-body connection in order to access peace and... Read more »
A single-day version of our popular caregiver and child class, Little Birds. Children birth to 3 years will delight in the natural world alongside a caregiver as we experience animal encounters, nature walks, songs, stories, and art. This program includes primarily outdoor experiences and is a perfect introduction to our approach to learning in The... Read more »
Enjoy the joy of foraged foods at Irvine. We will take a foraging hike to learn how to safely identify and harvest plants and then enjoy some foraged tree tea and cookies as we discover how to process foraged nuts, acorns and berries. Then each participant will make a batch of acorn cookies with optional... Read more »
Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and... Read more »
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover Irvine’s trails, meadows, and... Read more »
Join Environmental Educator Ash Miller for a stroll through Irvine's woods in search of seasonal mushrooms! We will discuss just what is a fungus, what types you may see locally, and which species are edible. Ideal for ages 5+ Instructor: Ash Miller, Environmental Educator & Animal Care Coordinator Sunday, October 19th 1:00 – 3:00PM Cost:... Read more »
NEW EXPANDED SERIES FOR 2025-2026! Due to popular demand, Irvine is pleased to expand its Day Off Camp series to include 11 dates for the 2025/26 year. Your child will love spending their day off from school with Irvine's award-winning environmental educators for a day of exploration and outdoor activity! Days are filled with animal... Read more »
Year after year, it is said that Pumpkins on the Green is THE BEST FALL PARTY in the region – featuring live music, spectacular food, expertly crafted cocktails, an extraordinary silent auction, animal encounters, and more surprises. Secure your tickets now for an evening of spectacular food and spirits, live music from The Whiskey Rebellion,... Read more »
Attend FREE FRIDAYS at Irvine Nature Center! We invite the community to discover all that Irvine has to offer – hiking, exploration, connection – ALL ARE WELCOME! While at Irvine, Hike the 8+ miles of trails, Visit the 8 resident raptors in the Aviary, Play in the Outdoor Classroom, Discover the Native American Site, Observe the diversity in Maryland’s ecosystems in the meadows, wetlands and... Read more »
Join us most Fridays for a FREE story time & an animal encounter in the Outdoor Classroom (or indoors in inclement weather.) This ‘caregiver and child’ program will allow you to build connections with nature and your neighbors in an outdoor learning environment. Visitors are encouraged to come early or stay after to discover Irvine’s trails, meadows, and... Read more »